Teeth Removal

There are teeth that are severely decayed, largely broken, or damaged too much, so they cannot be restored with fillings, root canal treatment or other methods. At that time,Teeth Removal may be a necessary option to remove the damaged tooth and avoid affecting the surrounding area. Before extracting, your doctor will examine your teeth and gums to assess the specific condition. Depending on the location and difficulty of each case, the doctor will choose the appropriate extraction method. With regular teeth, the process is usually quite fast.

When to have a tooth extracted?

Teeth Removal is often considered when the tooth has been severely damaged and is no longer able to be repaired by methods such as fillings, root canal treatment, or restorations. For example, if the tooth is too decayed, almost the crown is broken, or only the root of the tooth remains, retaining the tooth may no longer be effective. In some cases, teeth that are wobbly a lot due to periodontal disease or have a long-term infection may also need to be removed.

Wisdom teeth are another fairly common case. The doctor may prescribe extraction when the tooth is misaligned, undergrown, does not have enough room to grow, or often causes pain and swelling of the gums. However, not every toothache or wisdom tooth has to be extracted. If the tooth is still preserved, the doctor will prioritize appropriate treatments. 

Exam and perform Teeth Removal 

Before extracting, the doctor will check the position of the teeth, the condition of the gums, and the surrounding bones. For cases that require a closer evaluation, the doctor may order an X-ray to see the shape of the root and the position of the adjacent teeth. From there, the doctor determines whether the tooth can be extracted in the usual way or needs to be performed minor surgery.

Before starting, the area to be performed will be anesthetized to limit the pain. For teeth that are difficult to extract, such as teeth with curved, deep legs or misaligned wisdom teeth, your doctor may perform minor surgery to remove the teeth more safely. After extraction, the tooth area is examined and treated to control bleeding. If stitches are needed, the doctor will perform and instruct how to take care of them afterwards.

Care after Teeth Removal 

After Teeth Removal, some slight pain or swelling in the early days may occur. You should bite the gauze according to the instructions, avoid gargling vigorously, and do not touch the area you have just spit out with your hands or tongue. In the beginning, you should also prioritize soft, easy-to-chew foods and avoid foods that are too hot or hard.

Dental hygiene still needs to be maintained, but it is recommended to manipulate gently around the extraction area. If the pain or swelling increases instead of subsides, the bleeding persists, or the abnormal signs appear, the dentist should be contacted for an examination.

Teeth Removal at Vic’s Dental

At Vic’s Dental, your doctor will examine your teeth and gums before extracting them to assess your specific condition. For cases where minor surgery is required, the doctor will anesthetize and perform it under sterile conditions to limit discomfort during the Teeth Removal. After the tooth is removed, the area that has just been extracted will be re-examined and the doctor will instruct you on how to take care of it at home to support the healing process.

If the tooth needs to be restored after extraction, the doctor will also advise the appropriate time and plan such as a dental bridge or implant. The cost of Teeth Removal at Vic’s Dental is about 500,000 – 1,500,000 VND/tooth, depending on the location, condition of the teeth and the complexity of the extraction.